En Largillière
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A clay-rich Pommard premier cru delivering dense, powerful Pinot Noir with a distinctly rustic, iron-tinged character.
En Largillière is a 4-hectare Pommard Premier Cru known for dense, structured Pinot Noir shaped by iron-rich clay soils. Situated on the northeast side of the village above Les Grands Epenots, it is one of 28 premier crus in Pommard. The name itself derives from argile, the French word for clay.
- Classified as Pommard Premier Cru, one of 28 such designations in the appellation
- Covers 4 hectares on the northeast-facing slope above Les Grands Epenots
- Soils are clay-limestone with high clay content and red iron oxide-rich earth
- The name Largillière derives directly from argile, French for clay
- Planted exclusively with Pinot Noir
- Located midway between the village walls of Pommard and the Beaune boundary
- Notable producers include Domaine Nicolas Rossignol, Aleth Girardin, and La Maison Romane
Location and Setting
En Largillière sits on the northeast side of Pommard village, positioned midway between the village walls and the boundary with Beaune. The vineyard lies above Les Grands Epenots, one of Pommard's most celebrated premier crus, on a northeast-facing slope. At 4 hectares, it is a compact site within a densely mapped premier cru landscape that encompasses 28 individual lieux-dits across the appellation.
- Northeast-facing aspect above Les Grands Epenots
- Located between Pommard village and the Beaune boundary
- Part of the Côte de Beaune sub-region of Burgundy
- 4 hectares total area
Soils and the Clay Connection
The defining characteristic of En Largillière is its soil profile. The vineyard sits on clay-limestone soils with a notably high clay content, and the earth takes on a reddish hue from concentrated iron oxide. This iron-rich, heavy clay distinguishes the site from many Côte de Beaune vineyards that favor lighter, more limestone-dominant profiles. The very name of the vineyard reflects this geology: Largillière is derived from argile, the French word for clay, making the soil practically embedded in the site's identity.
- Clay-limestone soils with above-average clay proportion
- Red-colored soils due to high iron oxide content
- Name etymology confirms clay as the defining soil characteristic
- Heavier soils contribute to the wine's density and concentration
Wine Style and Character
En Largillière produces red wines that reflect the classic Pommard archetype: dense, structured, and powerful, with a concentration of dark fruit and a notably rustic edge. The high clay content in the soils drives that firm, grippy texture and deep color typical of the appellation. These are not delicate, ethereal Burgundies; they are wines built for the cellar, rewarding patience with complexity and depth. The iron-rich soils add a savory, almost mineral undertow to the fruit profile.
- Dense, full-bodied red wine style typical of Pommard
- High fruit concentration with firm tannin structure
- Rustic character distinguishes it from lighter Côte de Beaune styles
- Best suited to medium to long-term cellaring
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Several producers work with En Largillière fruit, reflecting the vineyard's position among Pommard's established premier crus. Domaine Nicolas Rossignol and Aleth Girardin represent long-standing domaine names in the appellation, while La Maison Romane brings a negociant perspective. Domaine Albert Boillot and Maxime Dubuet-Boillot reflect the Boillot family's significant presence across Pommard, and Romuald Valot rounds out the producer roster for the site.
- Domaine Nicolas Rossignol: established Pommard producer with strong premier cru holdings
- Aleth Girardin: respected domaine with deep Pommard roots
- La Maison Romane: negociant house offering access to the vineyard
- Boillot family represented through both Albert Boillot and Maxime Dubuet-Boillot
Dark cherry, black plum, and iron-tinged earth on the nose, followed by a dense, structured palate with firm tannins, concentrated fruit, and a savory, clay-mineral finish. Rustic in texture with genuine depth and cellar potential.
- Domaine Nicolas Rossignol Pommard Premier Cru En Largillière$60-90Established Pommard domaine delivering the site's characteristic dense structure and iron-rich fruit concentration.Find →
- Aleth Girardin Pommard Premier Cru En Largillière$55-85Respected domaine with deep Pommard roots, showcasing the vineyard's clay-driven power and rustic character.Find →
- La Maison Romane Pommard Premier Cru En Largillière$50-75Negociant bottling offering reliable access to this lesser-known premier cru site at a competitive price point.Find →
- En Largillière is one of 28 premier crus in the Pommard appellation, located on the northeast side of the village above Les Grands Epenots
- The name derives from argile, French for clay, directly referencing the site's dominant soil characteristic
- Soils are clay-limestone with high clay content and iron oxide-rich red earth, driving dense, structured wine styles
- The vineyard covers 4 hectares and is planted exclusively with Pinot Noir under the Pommard Premier Cru designation
- Wine style is powerful and rustic, contrasting with the lighter, more elegant character found in many other Côte de Beaune premier crus